Grande holds groundbreaking ceremony for new Chilton facility

On Monday, July 29, Grande held a groundbreaking ceremony signifying the start of renovations and expansion of their newly acquired Chilton facility. Grande, located in Southeastern Wisconsin, serves as a premier manufacturer of fine Italian Cheeses and specialty whey and lactose products.

Construction will include approximately 20,000 square feet of renovations and 60,000 square feet of new construction. The facility will be the third largest in Grande’s network and primarily produce mozzarella cheese. Work is expected to be complete in mid-2026, with a combination of new hires and Grande transfers staffing the 75-person facility. Recruitment efforts will begin in the fall of 2025.